Man discovers, removes skimming device at Walgreens ATM
Skimming involves the theft of a debit card PIN using an illegal device installed on an ATM. And it's happening in Chicago right now.
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Honorary street name dedicated for CPD officer killed in 1968
Dozens of people gathered in the McKinley Park neighborhood to watch Paulina Street at West 32nd Place was dedicated to Officer Joseph P. Ferguson.
One man killed, one wounded in McKinley Park shooting
A person of interest was taken in for questioning.
Man hospitalized after barricade, standoff in Rogers Park
A SWAT team was called to the scene and a standoff ensued.
West Lakeview Neighbors Want Every Option Explored To Keep Trees From Being Cut Down For City Water Pipe Replacement
Dozens of trees are potentially slated to get the axe in West Lakeview, and residents have been mobilizing to stop it.
Thieves Steal Man's Car In Back Of The Yards, Crash It Into Building
A man had his car stolen in Back of the Yards Sunday afternoon, and the thieves then crashed the car into a building, police said.
Armed Robbers Took 4 People's Cash, Cellphones Within Just Over An Hour In Edgewater This Weekend, Police Say
Police on Tuesday warned the public about a string of armed robberies that all happened within just over an hour in Edgewater this past weekend.
One Man Struck With Pellet Gunfire, Another Shot And Wounded During Fight, Within Blocks In Rogers Park Sunday Morning
A man was shot and wounded during a fight in an alley in Rogers Park in broad daylight Sunday.
State Police Probe Crash That Killed 1, Injured 4 On Eisenhower Expressway On Monday
Illinois State Police on Wednesday continued to investigate a crash on the Eisenhower Expressway earlier this week that left one person dead and four others injured.
Alderman: Mayor's Office Bans Parking On Ravenswood Streets Near Church That Plans To Hold Sunday Services
People heading to Philadelphia Romanian Church in Ravenswood on Sunday might have a hard time finding a parking spot.
9 People Hospitalized After 3-Vehicle Crash On Eisenhower Expressway
Nine people were hospitalized Saturday after a three-vehicle crash on the Eisenhower Expressway.
3 Men Shot, Wounded In Auburn Gresham
Three men were shot and wounded late Sunday afternoon in the Auburn-Gresham community.
Major Fire Spreads Between Houses In Back Of The Yards
A fire broke out one house and spread to another Wednesday afternoon in the Back of the Yards neighborhood.
Man Shot In Back Of The Yards
The man, 28, was found on the sidewalk in the 5400 block of South Paulina Street about 1:20 a.m. with gunshot wounds to his lower abdomen and left buttocks, according to Chicago Police.
Man Critically Wounded In West Englewood Shooting
About 8:12 p.m., the 24-year-old was sitting in a vehicle in the 7100 block of South Paulina Street when a male walked up and opened fire, police said.
Fire Damages Three Homes In West Englewood
An early morning fire in West Englewood spread to three homes before firefighters put out the flames.
Man Critically Wounded In Back Of The Yards Shooting
The man, 23, was shot in the chest at 12:27 a.m. while he was standing in the street in the 5400 block of South Paulina Street and someone opened fire from a nearby alley.
Seven Wounded In Shootings Across Chicago
The most recent shooting occurred about 1:50 a.m. Friday when a 25-year-old woman was shot in the leg in the 6600 block of North Sheridan Road.
Two Wounded In West Englewood Shooting
They victims, both males of unknown age, were shot about 12:30 p.m. in the 7200 block of South Paulina Street.
Two Teens Shot In Auburn Gresham
The teens – a girl, 16, and an 18-year-old man -- were sitting on the porch of a home in the 8500 block of South Paulina Street when a car pulled up, and a passenger got out and opened fire.
Gangs, Weather, Reluctant Witnesses Drive Holiday Weekend Bloodshed
This year's Independence Day celebration, for many Chicagoans a four-day respite in the land of the free, was for others an ordeal in a killing field.
One Arrested After Shots Fired At Police Squad Car
One person is in custody after shots were fired at a Chicago Police squad car Monday night in the Englewood neighborhood.
Mother, Baby Shot In Back Of The Yards
Police are searching for the gunman who shot and wounded a baby girl and her mother in the Back of the Yards neighborhood overnight.
At Least 6 Injured By Gunfire Across Chicago Overnight
Gunfire rang out on every side of Chicago overnight, leaving at least six people injured.
1 Dead, 16 Wounded In Weekend Violence
One person is dead and at least another 16 wounded in violence throughout the city this weekend.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Sunny skies, warm winds for Tuesday
A high of 87 degrees in Chicago would be 18 degrees above normal.
Her disability benefits are at risk because she saved for retirement
Her attorney argues that 401k money is not accessible for someone her age. So it shouldn't be counted against her.
Fingerprint on ransom note leads NY police to missing 9-year-old girl
Police matched a fingerprint on a ransom note left at the girl's home to a DWI case from 1999, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.
After man is shot during youth football game, some question whether playing in park is safe
Instead of tackles, the players dodged bullets.
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Driver loses control on Chicago's DuSable Lake Shore Drive, hits bicyclist on trail
Witnesses said a Toyota Prius veered off the roadway, through a guardrail, and onto the Lakefront Trail bike path.
After man is shot during youth football game, some question whether playing in park is safe
Instead of tackles, the players dodged bullets.
With another migrant shelter opening, some demand more attention for Chicago's unhoused
Five more buses arrived in Chicago on Monday alone.
Her disability benefits are at risk because she saved for retirement
Her attorney argues that 401k money is not accessible for someone her age. So it shouldn't be counted against her.
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Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Despite rise in catalytic converter theft, few arrests made in Chicago
Despite years of city leaders and lawmakers trying to fix the problem, the thieves are almost never caught.
Child care providers face "cliff" with pandemic funds set to expire
The American Rescue Plan funding has helped thousands of child care centers across Illinois pay their staff, upgrade their facilities and keep cots lower for parents.
Feds to fund improvements to keep pedestrians off Chicago area railroad tracks
A total of 39 people were killed trespassing on railroad tracks in Illinois last year alone.
Now-dead man suspected in murder of Romeoville family had lengthy criminal record
Nathaniel Huey Jr.'s criminal past should have been a red flag – including a court order banning him from possessing firearms.
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Matt Gaetz moves to oust McCarthy as House speaker
Rep. Matt Gaetz introduced a motion to vacate the chair Monday, two days after Speaker Kevin McCarthy relied on Democrats to pass a short-term spending bill and avert a shutdown.
Victim of botched Chicago police raid in 2017 to get $300,000 settlement
Police raided Sharnia Phillips' home while searching for two gang members who had never lived there.
Gov. Pritzker calls on President Biden to increase federal support for "overwhelming" migrant crisis
"Governors and mayors from border states have shipped people to our state like cargo in a dehumanizing attempt to score political points," Pritzker wrote.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization are fighting a $250 million lawsuit alleging widespread fraud.
Biden tells Congress to "get to work" after averting government shutdown
Hours before a midnight deadline, Congress passed a short-term funding bill to keep the government running for 45 days.
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Nonprofit dance group owed nearly $50,000 for holiday show performance
The company that owed the money also hadn't paid other entities for security and the venue for the show.
Kia, Hyundai models recalled due to fire risk; separate concerns about security flaws persist
Hyundai warned drivers to park their cars outside until they can get the necessary repairs.
Indiana AG sues MV Realty, says company is deceptive
MV Realty is based out of Florida, but operates in Indiana and several other states – including Illinois.
Contractor accused of scamming people in need of housework
They accused James Nesbitt of taking off with deposits without completing jobs and complained he didn't respond to customers.
Getting Hosed: Officials finally address on bad water billing at City Council hearing
The Chicago City Council Finance Committee held a hearing Tuesday with the heads of the Water Management and Finance departments.
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COVID vaccine during pregnancy helps protect newborns, new study finds
The findings are just the latest to show benefits from COVID vaccination during pregnancy.
Teen who's had two lung transplants gets behind-the-scenes tour of Field Museum
Scientists at the Field Museum showed Josh Burton ways he can still have a career without digging in the dirt.
Northwestern researchers get $45M to develop implant to sense and treat cancer
"From a clinical perspective, this could be a game-changing approach to cancer therapy," said Dr. Jonathan Rivnay.
How to get the new COVID vaccine for free, with or without insurance
Americans still have ways to get vaccinated against COVID-19 at no out-of-pocket cost. Here's what to know.
How FDA's top vaccines official is timing his COVID and flu shots
Can you get your COVID booster and flu shot at the same time? Here's what health experts say.
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Autoworkers' strike against Ford leads to layoffs at suburban Chicago stamping plant
The layoffs took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
Union files labor complaint after Signature Room at former John Hancock closes abruptly
No notice was given to the 132 restaurant employees represented by UNITE HERE Local 1, the union said.
GM and Stellantis plants in Bolingbrook and Naperville join UAW strike
"We're not going to wait around forever for a fair contract," UAW President Shawn Fain said. "The companies know how to make this right."
Workers at Chicago Ford plant worry they may have to walk off the job amid strike
Hundreds of autoworkers gathered Thursday outside the UAW Local 551 headquarters, 13550 S. Torrence Ave., to protest.
Alderman wants moratorium on Dollar Tree stores, says properties are "filthy"
"I want to see a moratorium on these type of businesses opening up in our city," said Ald. Matt O'Shea (19th). "This happens in communities all across the city of Chicago."
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Bulls to begin training camp, preseason with same core in place
There will also be a three-way competition for the starting point guard spot as Lonzo Ball continues his rehab process.
Claypool will remain away from Bears in Week 5, Eberflus says
Claypool was inactive in Week 4 after criticizing the Bears' use of him.
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon Course Map
The 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is on October 8, 2023.
Claddagh Ring Pub pays fans' tab after Chicago Bears loss
The Claddagh Ring Pub on Foster Avenue made good on its promise to pay everyone's tab if the Bears lost Sunday
Russell Wilson throws 3 TDs, Broncos rally from 21 down to top Bears 31-28
Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns, Wil Lutz kicked a tiebreaking field goal with just under two minutes remaining and the Denver Broncos bounced back from one of the most lopsided losses in franchise history
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Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Actor Michael Gambon, who played Harry Potter's Dumbledore, dies at 82
Michael Gambon, the British-Irish actor who portrayed Dumbledore in the latter 6 of the 8 "Harry Potter" movies, has died after a bout of pneumonia.
Teri Bristol, Chicago house music DJ, dies at 66
Bristol began DJing in Chicago in the 1980s, and paved the way for a generation of other women DJs.
"Survivor" returns for season 45 Wednesday, Sept. 27 at 8 p.m. ET
Through longer weekly episodes, "Survivor" will take a deeper dive into the players' stories as they're stranded on the stunning islands of Fiji.
Hollywood writers, studios reach tentative deal to end strike
Terms of the deal must still be ratified by the WGA's approximately 11,000 members.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Hot again Tuesday, but it won't last
CBS 2 Chief Meteorologist Albert Ramon has your 10 p.m. First Alert Weather forecast for Monday, Oct. 2, 2023.
Woman's disability benefits at risk because she's saved for retirement
Katie Vree's attorney argues that 401k money is not accessible for someone her age, so it shouldn't be counted against her. CBS 2's Lauren Victory reports.
Colbert, other late shows return as writers' strike ends
Ali Bauman of CBS 2 New York caught up with Stephen Colbert fans outside the Ed Sullivan Theatre in New York.
Former Signature Room workers file a complaint about lack of notice of closure
The Signature Room restaurant at the former John Hancock Center closed abruptly last week.
Layoffs at Chicago area Ford stamping plant amid strike
The layoffs at the Chicago Heights plant took effect Saturday, Sept. 30.
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After man is shot during youth football game, some question whether playing in park is safe
Instead of tackles, the players dodged bullets.
Robbers hold up bank in Chicago suburb shortly before armored truck heist
The FBI says one of the suspects was shot. That person got away.
Monday marks five years since disappearance of postal worker Kierra Coles
Coles was last seen at 81st Street and Vernon Avenue in the Chatham neighborhood – and she was three months pregnant at the time.
Man convicted in 2018 murder of Naperville man dumped in garbage can
Prosecutors have said Ernest Collins, his girlfriend, and her mother plotted to rob and shoot Michael Armendariz, then dumped his body in a garbage can in a vacant home.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
